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  1. Randomhero

    Illinois...

    No they aren't! I went with a mid-range plucker, one that can handle chickens and turkeys. It can do a few chickens at once or 1 turkey. Went with a company called EZPlucker, And after reading their instructions manual I realized that I should've supported an American made plucker company har...
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    Does anyone else have bunnies on the way?

    I just got another litter about 6 days ago. And have a second litter that is two weeks from harvesting. Can't wait, I enjoy smoked rabbit.
  3. Randomhero

    Illinois...

    Got my chicken plucker yesterday, have yet to inbox it :( been too busy. Started building a duck shelter this evening, hopefully I'll be able to finish it tomorrow! Anyone know where or have an 18' plus trailer I can get/buy? Not looking to spend much money if any at all. The only true...
  4. Randomhero

    Illinois...

    Ah okay, maybe someone will go in on a 15 pack with you? They are cute birds, never heard of them until you brought up the question.
  5. Randomhero

    Sponsored Post Want to share your fresh eggs? Learn about the Local Hens community!

    Once I turn in my application for an egg handlers license I'm supposed to use new cartons :-/ Unlike right now where I reuse and recycle egg cartons (the way it should be regardless.). I donate around 10 dozen free range organic eggs to the local food bank every week. Hopefully I'll find buyers...
  6. Randomhero

    Goats!?!?!

    Goats will attract predators, not scare them away from your flock. There are two great pyranesse protecting the herd at my ranch, and they are enclosed with a mobile electric netting/fence. Keep them away from trees you're wanting to keep, apparently they taste the best hehe
  7. Randomhero

    Top Notch Organic feed in IL & the Midwest

    Started fermenting the layers mash from Josh with Braggs ACV, I'm excited for my ladies, 6-8 days and hopefully my mother culture will be ready! Will be visiting restaurants for 5 gallon food grade buckets to do the hang and drain setup for time and ease. Wonder if goats like fermented feed...
  8. Randomhero

    Thinking of raising Quail for meat

    Scratch this idea for awhile, after reading more into it I realized I don't have the time for quail this year. Maybe next year ;)
  9. Randomhero

    Where can I find truckloads of acorns? (2-3 Tons)

    Not sure where else to post this?
  10. Randomhero

    Where can I find truckloads of acorns? (2-3 Tons)

    Im wanting a couple tons of acorns to use as feed. Where can I buy acorns by the ton? I've googled and had no luck thus far. There is one acorn site that I've found but it's more along the lines of arts & crafts with one option of 5# bags for squirle feed all at rediculous prices. Any help...
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    Sponsored Post Want to share your fresh eggs? Learn about the Local Hens community!

    If y'all aren't using this sites cartons/services where are you mass purchasing your egg cartons? I'm taking back what I said previously and may be purchasing some from this website. Although .40 cents per carton really cuts into my profit..... I'm hoping to only pay .25 cents per
  12. Randomhero

    Illinois...

    http://www.mcmurrayhatchery.com/white_frizzle_cochin.html You'll have to pre-order them from this site (next batch due to hatch is in June I think). I've ordered chickens from this site a few times and I've been very pleased! Hope this helps if no one local has any for sale.
  13. Randomhero

    Illinois...

    The Ranch is between Franklin and Murrayville but I live behind UIS at the moment. I'm in the process of working out quantities and prices for my CSA. Since its a new operation, all the animals are still young so it'll be a few months before I will have meats to process. Im mailing my meat...
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    Sponsored Post Want to share your fresh eggs? Learn about the Local Hens community!

    Are you required to have an egg candler list to sell where you live? I'm about to purchase one (IL) to start mass selling my beautiful eggs.
  15. Randomhero

    Sponsored Post Want to share your fresh eggs? Learn about the Local Hens community!

    Pickled eggs with beets sounds amazing!!!! Let me know via PM if you're able to find the recipe and willing to share with me, Ican swap a recipe to make it fair ;). Yummy
  16. Randomhero

    Thinking of raising Quail for meat

    Looks like my turkey/duck mix is perfect for quail! (MidWest Organics, pm for their info) Question(s): Can you free range quail? Anyone clip their wings to prevent flying? Thanks.
  17. Randomhero

    Illinois...

    I just got 8 ducks 2 days ago, and I'm getting 50 Cornish hens and 20 turkey tomorrow! Will be calling Paxton tomorrow for some quail, hope the little boogers are still available, I'd rather buy local! So to answer your question, yes, it is quite addictive ;) Would anyone be interested in an...
  18. Randomhero

    Sponsored Post Want to share your fresh eggs? Learn about the Local Hens community!

    Hehehe
  19. Randomhero

    Does anyone else have bunnies on the way?

    Doubt it's a raccoon, the momma and her young are in a crate. The young are in the nesting box and haven't left since they were born, it's impossible for any predator to get ahold of them at the moment. (Unless of course its a large predator that can destroy the cage, not the case.) Hope this...
  20. Randomhero

    Illinois...

    Ahh cool I know a few people that live over there. If you have any questions or need some help, chicken sitter, ect feel free to ask! One more thing, if you're looking for organic layer feed I can snag an extra bag or two for you next time I venture out to Fairbury, if wanted, to save on...
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